Greek (Modern)

Greek (Modern) - Level 1

Level:

Beginners

Duration:

10 weeks

Course Textbook:

Nor Required

Learning Objectives: Students taking the level 1 course are not expected to have any previous knowledge of the language. The aim of level 1 is to introduce students to the language, the culture and basic grammatical concepts and to equip them with the skills to communicate at an essential level in a target language context.

Learning outcomes: Students will have developed a beginner’s vocabulary in the topic areas outlined above so that they can communicate at a basic level in the language. Students will understand basic words and phrases. Students will be able to formulate simple sentences.

Greek (Modern) - Level 2

Level:

Post Beginners

Duration:

10 weeks

Course Textbook:

Not Required

Learning Objectives: Students taking the level 2 course should either have completed level 1, or have only a basic previous knowledge of the language. The aim of level 2 is to develop basic language skills, the culture and basic grammatical concepts and to equip them with the skills to communicate at an post-beginners level in a target language context.

Learning outcomes: Students will have developed a post-beginner’s vocabulary in the topic areas outlined above, enabling them to hold a simple conversation in the language. Students will understand frequently used words and phrases. Students will be able to formulate sentences.

Greek (Modern) - Level 3

Level:

Intermediate

Duration:

10 weeks

Course Textbook:

Not Required

Learning Objectives: Students taking the level 3 course should either have completed level 2, or be familiar with frequently used vocabulary and have a strong beginner’s knowledge of the language. The aim of level 3 is to further develop basic language skills; cultural awareness and grammatical ability, and further develop communication skills in the target language context.

Learning outcomes: Students will have developed a post-beginner’s vocabulary in the topic areas outlined above which should give them the confidence to hold a conversation in the language. Students will understand frequently used words and phrases. Students will be able to formulate sentences.

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Greek (Modern) - Level 4

Level:

Post Intermediate

Duration:

10 weeks

Course Textbook:

Not Required

Learning Objectives: Students enrolling on this course should have completed Greek (Modern) Level 3 or already have a substantial knowledge of the Greek Language. The aim of the course is mainly the further development and use of the Greek Language –practicing vocabulary or syntactical and grammatical linguistic rules- to enable students to communicate more fluently in the Greek language in realistic everyday situations. The emphasis will be on oral communication.

Potential Topics: Potential topics will include: Life in Greece; Family relationships; Education, Employment and Work; Entertainment and Leisure Activities; Aspects of Greek History and Culture; Travelling. The Course will be student –centred allowing students to develop at their own pace and according to their interests with the help of the practising tutor-led classes.

Learning outcomes: The aim of the course is mainly the further development and use of the Greek Language –practicing vocabulary or syntactical and grammatical linguistic rules- to enable students to communicate more fluently in the Greek language in realistic everyday situations. The emphasis will be on oral communication. Students will develop Vocabulary and Grammar in a post-beginners’ level – going up to intermediate level.